Drachm - Narseh
| Silver (.900) | 3.85 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Narseh (293-302) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 292-302 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 3.85 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#74207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
An atasdan in the form of column with a base and capitellum. The column is covered by ribbons with bands. Along the two sides of atasdan there are two attendants with swords in their hands. The figure on the left wears a crown with a globe, the one on the right is Ahura-Mazda. To the left of the fire there is a "royal sign", on the right-hand side is a "sign of the heir to the throne"
Pahlavi legend
Lettering: NWR ' ZY nrshy "Adur-i Narseh"
Translation: Fire of Narseh
Comment
Inv.Nà10324Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Narseh (292-302) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver (.900) weighing 3.85 g is that it features an image of the Sasanian king, Narseh, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and cultural significance for the empire, and its design reflects the importance of Zoroastrianism in Sasanian society.
